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F438 DDW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,353 mi
Last recorded66,353 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF438 DDW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 66,353 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 65,565 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 64,205 miles

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 64,205 miles

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 62,092 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 60,648 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 60,648 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 58,165 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 54,728 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 51,784 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 48,189 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 44,292 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 44,292 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?

Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 403
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 383
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 318
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 302
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F438 DDW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 33,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F438 DDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500S typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F438 DDW registered?

F438 DDW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 June 1989.

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